AC Replacement in South Tampa
Replacing an old or failing central air system with one sized for your home and matched indoors and out.
South Tampa · AC repair
AC Repair in South Tampa, FL
AC repair is a technician finding out why your air conditioner is not working properly and fixing that fault. You need it when the system blows warm air, will not start, leaks water, ices up, cycles on and off, or makes a noise it never made before. A diagnosis comes first, then a repair you approve. In South Tampa, Hales AC and Air Strike Cooling both provide AC repair.
Hales AC in South Tampa · Air Strike Cooling in South Tampa
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Licensed
- Hales AC · CAC1822636 · Verify
- Air Strike Cooling · CAC1822636 (held by Hales AC)
Local to South Tampa
Who comes out in South Tampa
Hales AC and Air Strike Cooling both come out in South Tampa.
Signs
When to book AC repair
- Air from the vents feels warm or only slightly cool
- The system will not start, or the thermostat screen is blank
- Water is pooling around the indoor unit or dripping from a ceiling
- Ice on the copper lines or the indoor coil
- The system turns on and off every few minutes
- Grinding, squealing, banging or loud buzzing sounds
The visit
What to expect
- You book a visit and describe what you have noticed, including when it started and anything you have already checked.
- The technician asks a few questions, then looks at the thermostat, filter, airflow and condensate drain.
- They test the electrical parts, motors and refrigerant circuit to find the fault rather than guess at it.
- They explain what failed, what the repair involves and any options, and you decide before work starts.
- After the repair they run the system and confirm it is cooling and draining normally.
Florida notes
AC Repair in Florida’s climate
- A Florida air conditioner runs for most of the year, so capacitors, contactors and fan motors build up far more running hours than they would in a cooler state.
- Warm, wet condensate drain lines grow algae and slime in Florida. A clogged drain is a frequent cause of water leaks and of float switches shutting the system off.
- Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Flickering power and power returning after an outage can stress compressors and electronics, so switch the system off at the thermostat during an outage and wait a few minutes after power returns before turning it back on.
- If the outdoor unit has been under floodwater, do not run it until a technician has checked it. Water can damage the electrical parts and motor.
Google reviews
Reviewed by Florida homeowners
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Google reviews picked by us
“Our tech was Robert Duck, he was beyond thorough in diagnosing our AC issue. He provided us with pictures and explained what was needed to get it up and running again. Which was all done same day we called. So far our first experience with Hale's AC has been a very positive one!”
Tracey M.Hales customer · via google.com “Marcus, Warren, and Kevin were our technicians that were able to problem solve and fix our AC in a very professional manner. Appreciate their efforts to fix the AC the right way without cutting corners.”
Tamara G.Air Strike customer · via google.com
Your local companies
AC Repair in South Tampa from Hales AC or Air Strike Cooling
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Hales AC
Office in St. Petersburg
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Air Strike Cooling
Office in Tampa
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Questions
AC Repair in South Tampa, answered
Who provides AC repair in South Tampa, FL?
Hales AC (727-398-5515) and Air Strike Cooling (813-424-7699) provide AC repair in South Tampa. Enter your ZIP to book online from Hales AC, or call to check your address.
Can I add refrigerant to my AC myself?
No. In the US, buying and handling refrigerant for home systems requires EPA certification. A system that is low on refrigerant has a leak, and the leak should be found and repaired rather than topped up.
Is it worth repairing an older AC?
It depends on the repair, the condition of the rest of the system and the refrigerant it uses. A technician can explain whether a repair makes sense or whether replacement is the better long-term choice, and the decision is yours.
What should I have ready when I book an AC repair?
Your address, what you have noticed and when it started, and what the thermostat shows. A photo of the thermostat or of the label on the outdoor unit can help the technician prepare.
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A scheduled tune-up that cleans, tests and adjusts your system so it runs efficiently and problems are caught early.Heating in South Tampa
Repair, maintenance and replacement for heat pumps, electric heat strips and gas furnaces in Florida homes.Indoor Air Quality in South Tampa
Help with humidity, filtration, musty odors and ventilation so the air inside your home feels and smells cleaner.Ductwork in South Tampa
Inspection, sealing, repair and replacement of the ducts that carry cooled air to every room.